Open Source Networking Software Engineer - ToR Switch / SmartNIC / DPUCanonical is seeking an exceptional software engineer to join their team.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in networking, a passion for open-source software, and experience with Linux.The role involves working with the most advanced operating systems and network application technologies available, participating upstream and delivering the Ubuntu SoNIC stack, collaborating with public clouds and network silicon providers, and designing and implementing the best software-defined networking experience for the data center.The ideal candidate will have an exceptional academic track record, a strong understanding of Linux networking, and fluency in C/C++ and at least one of Rust, Python, or Golang.
They will also have excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability, as well as a passion for networking and a commitment to quality, resilience, documentation, security, and performance.We offer a competitive compensation package, a personal learning and development budget, annual holiday leave, maternity and paternity leave, and the opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues.About Canonical: We are a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source.
We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company.
We expect excellence and are committed to fostering a workplace free from discrimination.Responsibilities:Work with the most advanced operating systems and network application technologies availableParticipate upstream and deliver the Ubuntu SoNIC stackCollaborate with public clouds and network silicon providersDesign and implement the best software-defined networking experience for the data centerWrite high-quality, well-designed, fast, secure, and well-documented softwareDebug issues and produce high-quality fixesCollaborate proactively with a globally distributed organizationContribute to technical documentation to make it the best of its kindDisplay technical leadership internally, towards our partners, and in the open source communitiesInfluence open-source projects and communitiesRequirements:An exceptional academic track recordUndergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about your alternative pathDrive and a track record of going above-and-beyond expectationsKnowledge of networking: architecture, design, and protocolsUnderstanding of Linux networking, from kernel to user spaceFluency in C/C++ and at least one of Rust, Python, or GolangProfessional written and spoken EnglishExperience with LinuxExcellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountabilityPassion, thoughtfulness, and self-motivationWhat we offer:Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in personPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
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